Fraudulent exercises designed to beguile and cause harm to one’s fiscal resources had existed for longer than cars. With time, charlatans discover more sophisticated ways to target innocent, unsuspecting victims.
Beware!!!!
In the age of the internet, this said sophistication has reached new levels, and has found new ways to capture those, aspiring a brighter future and a better career.
Online frauds targeting aspiring, employable workforce has been on the rise in the recent past. Many have fallen prey to lofty job postings, losing their resources in the bargain.
Warning those, who could fall for such offers, Muhammad Bilal, a Pakistan-based media consultant suggested some means to avoid and elude such situations for those looking for opportunities in the media landscape.
In a post on Linkedin, Bilal, started by saying,” Beware of Unrealistic Job Postings!”
He further added, “The All-in-One Hiring Scam. Lately, the creative industry has been hit with shady job listings, especially targeting video editors and graphic designers.”
Further exposing the fallacy of these posts, he added, “These posts demand the impossible—a single person to master editing, motion graphics, and design—all for a junior-level position.”
Red Flags To Look Out For
Bilal enlisted signs or ‘red flags’ tp look out for, when one comes across such postings.
Under the section ‘Red Flags’, Bilal added, “Two Jobs in One: Expecting expertise in tools like Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.”
“5+ Years Experience for Junior Pay: High-quality portfolio required, but the salary? Insulting.”
Further, he added, “Vague Role, Endless Tasks: No clear boundaries between responsibilities.”
Protect Yourself
Further, he also asked aspiring job seekers to
1) Research the Employer: Check their credibility.
2) Know Your Worth: Don’t settle for exploitative offers.
3) Ask Questions: Clarify expectations during interviews.
Netizens React
One LinkedIn user reacting to the post added, “After the pandemic, things are tough for artists with many layoffs. But if you’re truly passionate, you can still find a way to earn a stable income. Don’t let job scams take advantage of your frustration.”
“Be smart, carefully check job offers, and avoid fake posts that promise easy opportunities. Don’t post your resume and “I’m interested” in comment sections—this is not how serious companies hire. Understand the proper process before applying. “
Another user said, “Amen! glad somebody said it! Ive got 20 years plus experience in a number of different roles in the industry. I’ve been seeing this a lot and it’s frankly quite frustrating to get invited to interview in a position that they want you to hold so many roles for such minimal pay.”
“I’d encourage these employers to split those job postings into a few roles underneath a management position and up the pay for each position. They might find they’re holding on to employees longer!”
